Summer destinations

Welcome to the heart of the Valais! Sion is your starting point for an adventure of discovery, from the alleys of the mediaeval town centre to the majestic mountain summits of the Valais Alps.

This typically Jura village is renowned for its traditional hotels and friendly mountain restaurants.

Between the mighty Säntis massif and the seven peaks of the Churfisten lies the Toggenburg.

This much-loved holiday destination on the Gotthard massif has a lot to offer.

This lovely region around Lake Joux is situated at an elevation of 1000 m, nestling like a jewel in the surrounding greenery.

From traditional villages on the valley floor up to the cosmopolitan resort of Verbier, and from lush meadows up to the year-young snow - the charming Val de Bagnes is endlessly varied and fascinating.

Just 30 minutes from the shimmering blue waters of Lake Geneva, the traditional resort of Villars-Gryon lies on a sunny terrace facing directly south.

While the buildings in the Rhone valley's old towns show an unmistakeable Italian influence, the narrow alleyways and weather-beaten barns, stables and old wooden houses of the mountain villages transport you back in time,...

The Lauterbrunnen valley is the most impressive glacial valley in the Alps. It's also home to the largest nature reserve in Switzerland, with 72 thundering waterfalls, secluded valleys, flower-strewn alpine meadows and solitary mountain inns.

Set amongst impressive mountains and glaciers, this idyllic and car-free village set at 1,620 m boasts a breathtaking panorama of 38 peaks above 4,000m, and one in particular - the Matterhorn.